How to Root Android in Seconds

If you have a late model Samsung S4 or S5 or similar phone, you're sure to like the method for rooting your Android device using Towelroot. To use it, you'll need a device running Android KitKat. If you're still not sure what exactly the Android rooting process is, take a minute to read this article before moving on: What Is "Rooting" Your Android Device?

How Does Towelroot Work?

Towelroot came about thanks to its developer discovering a vulnerability in the Linux core. (known as CVE-2014-3153) This allows Towelroot to take over the root account for you. Here are the steps you'll need to take to root your Android KitKat device.

Download and Install Towelroot

Allow installation from Unknown Sources in Settings > Security so that you can install third party applications.

Download Towelroot directly to your device by clicking on the λ letter.

If you swipe down on the notification shade you'll see the Towelroot download. Tap on it to proceed with the installation.

Once it's installed, find the Towelroot icon and start the application. You can also do this by swiping down for the notification shade and tapping where it says "Installation Complete" to open the Towelroot app.

After you've opened Towelroot, click on the grey button that says "Make It Ra1n" and wait while the app does its job.

FlashTool is highly recommended for flashing SonyX10 and any Sony Xperia.

Kingo Android Root allows you to Root Android easily just like the above tools. The app is also very effective on a large number of Android phones. You'll find a list of all compatible devices in the article.